Statement [made on behalf of the Security Council, at the 5898th meeting, 27 May 2008, in connection with the Council's consideration of the item entitled "Protection of civilians in armed conflict"]

Reaffirms its commitment to the full and effective implementation of its resolutions on the protection of civilians in armed conflict; remains committed to addressing the impact of armed conflict on civilians; expresses its deepest concern that civilians continue to account for the majority of victims of acts of violence committed by parties to armed conflicts; condemns all violations of international law, including international humanitarian law, human rights law and refugee law committed against civilians in situations of armed conflict; underlines the importance of safe and unhindered access of humanitarian personnel to provide assistance to civilians in armed conflict; invites the Secretary-General to provide an update in that report on the implementation of protection mandates in UN missions.

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